High Protein Chicken with Green Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this High Protein Chicken with Green Sauce, a dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Juicy, oven-roasted chicken breasts are perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic and cumin, then seared to golden perfection before baking. The star of the dish, however, is the vibrant green sauce—an irresistibly creamy blend of baby spinach, fresh parsley, cilantro, rich avocado, tangy Greek yogurt, and zesty lime juice. Packed with protein and bursting with fresh, herbaceous flavors, this healthy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy lifestyles. Serve it as a standalone low-carb option, or pair it with your favorite grains or veggies for a wholesome, satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup fresh parsley
• 1 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 large avocado
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts on a clean work surface and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Rub each chicken breast with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cumin powder.

Step 4

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 14-16 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Step 7

While the chicken is baking, prepare the green sauce. In a food processor or blender, add the baby spinach, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, garlic cloves, lime juice, Greek yogurt, avocado, and water.

Step 8

Blend the ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and lime juice if desired.

Step 9

Once the chicken is cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve each chicken breast with a generous spoonful of the green sauce on top or on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1354.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1900.0

Total Fat 84.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 595.5mg	0%
Sodium 3028.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 233.2g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 396.5mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 3664.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 50.1%

Carbs: 9.3%